Convertible tops- an open air vehicle

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  • Author Will Smidth
  • Published March 19, 2010
  • Word count 490

Do you like to go for a ride in your car with the top been placed down and your hairs flying in the air and also allowing sun rays to enter on your skin. You have a car but it’s covered from or you have a car in which top is not there but still you are not able to decide which one to buy and use when it is needed or you have a them but don’t know how to maintain or utilize it. If yes, then here is a solution for all your questions. Convertibles are one of the best ways to enjoy your travel and the weather conditions.

The roof normally gets folded into the space behind the rear seats. This are automatically or manually operated. Most modern tops are made of a durable polycyclic canvas or vinyl. They are designed in such a way that it folds back and leave the car open to the air and light, look impressive. The cloth used for the top of a convertible car, or ragtop, provides specific challenges for cleaning and maintenance. The material which is been used usually has a tight weaves that tends to gather dust. Thus the dust will be settled into the weave and creates friction much like sandpaper.

Tips to maintain convertible tops

  1. Convertible tops should be cleaned from dust at least twice a year and more frequently if a car is parked outside. Don’t use low quality cleaners use only high quality of cleaners which are specifically designed for this purpose. Try to use a cleaner which is biodegradable. Never use abrasive detergents or scouring powders that contain chlorine-based bleaching agents. Using them will weaken a top's seam threads and remove essential oils in vinyl tops that are needed for protection against the sun's UV rays.

  2. Never wash the top in the direct sunlight wash them only in shade. Before wetting the top make sure that it is cool. Once you have wet the top, thoroughly spray a light coating of top cleaner evenly across it and gently work the cleaner using a soft sponge or brush to scrub away dirt. And after cleaning, rinse off the cleaner while brushing by using lots of water from a nozzles hose and Continue until the sudsiest stops and the rinse water runs in clear form.

  3. To remove minor scratches as well as dirt and to prevent the plastic window from discoloring use cleaners and polishes which are specifically designed for plastic windows

  4. After washing, allow the top to dry up completely before you fold it down. This will prevent them from molds and mildew.

  5. After cleaning is done use a top protectant to preserve the color and texture of the material. This will also prevent them from fading and cracking and additionally help repel dirt, grease and oil.

  6. Remove the droppings of birds immediately.

  7. Don't let snow to accumulate on your top.

Will Smidth is a SEO copywriter for Convertible tops. He has written many articles in various topics such as Auto seat covers, Soft tops, Auto interiors, Auto headliners, Auto soft top, Auto replacement tops, Automotive interiors and more. For more information visit our site topsandseats.com. Contact him through mail at topsandseat@gmail.com

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